Management Accountant

Michael Page Finance ,
London, Greater London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £45,000 per annum

Overview

As the Management Accountant you will provide business partners with accurate and timely forecasts, to effectively provide them with a clear understanding of their budgets. People management is a key aspect of the role, as the successful candidate will have the ability to lead and offer guidance to their junior, who directly reports into this position holder. Client Details This internationally renowned university is a leader across many subject areas and has an impressive roll of alumni. They are one of the largest universities in the UK and run courses from undergraduate to PhD level that see large application numbers each year. The organisation features high up league tables and is constantly looking to improve their offering to prospective students. Description Management accounting activities across the organisation Key financial analysis Budgeting and forecasting Meeting senior stakeholders to support decision making through financial information review Working with the project team to implement new course into upcoming curriculum Profile You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA OR CIMA) with a strong understanding of management reporting, budgeting and forecasting that can be evidenced through experience. This position requires a commercial finance mind-set and the ability to support and build relationships with key stakeholders to help aid decision making. Ideally, the candidate will have a background of working within the education sector, or within a Not for Profit organisation. The successful management accountant will have impeccable analytical and technical skills, as well as the ability to build and maintain strong, long lasting relationships with the stakeholders and colleagues. Job Offer Salary of £45,000 to £52,000 plus excellent benefits including significant pension contributions and a large holiday allowance. Opportunity to work as a management accountant in the education sector, with a Central London commute.